Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Racing (Greyhound Trainer)

Certificate IV in Racing (Greyhound Trainer)

Qualification
National Code:
RGR40418
State Code:
BDS7
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0501 - Agriculture
Original TGA Release Date
05/07/2018
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
625
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2018
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 05/07/2018 Current Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals licensed to operate a business that trains greyhounds under racing industry regulated licensing criteria for the purpose of competing in industry-regulated events in the greyhound racing code.
It covers the care, maintenance and performance of greyhounds and the tasks and duties associated with running a racing establishment, including managing staff, finances and equipment. Trainers are responsible for planning and organising their own work, leading others and carrying out often complex and non-routine tasks.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this qualification. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- fifteen (15) units of competency:
- (11) core units plus
- four (4) elective units.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- at least two (2) electives from Group A
- up to two (2) electives from Group B, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units

All eleven (11) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
BBF26 RGRPSG302 Assess health and provide first aid for greyhounds 35 Unit of competency
AUJ89 BSBSMB305 Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business 45 Unit of competency
BBF28 RGRPSG207 Demonstrate greyhound racing industry integrity and ethical practice 55 Unit of competency
AUL17 BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements 40 Unit of competency
BBF24 RGRPSG303 Meet nutritional needs of greyhounds 45 Unit of competency
AUG99 BSBSMB303 Organise finances for the micro business 50 Unit of competency
BBF29 RGRPSG304 Participate in greyhound racing inquiries and appeals 15 Unit of competency
OAA60 RGRCMN402 Participate in media interviews for racing 10 Unit of competency
OAA47 RGRPSG401 Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of greyhounds 40 Unit of competency
OAA91 RGRTRK402 Relate animal welfare to track and environmental conditions 60 Unit of competency
BBF23 RGRPSG307 Train and race greyhounds 70 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWY91 TAEASS402 Assess competence 15 Unit of competency
AWY81 TAEASS301 Contribute to assessment 10 Unit of competency
AVD16 SISXEMR002 Coordinate emergency responses 20 Unit of competency
AWV68 PSPGEN032 Deal with conflict 30 Unit of competency
BBB68 SIRXMKT006 Develop a social media strategy 45 Unit of competency
AUI86 BSBSUS501 Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability 50 Unit of competency
AUK88 BSBSMB407 Manage a small team 40 Unit of competency
AUL85 BSBSMB403 Market the small business 40 Unit of competency
AUH72 BSBSMB405 Monitor and manage small business operations 50 Unit of competency
AWY90 TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and processes 35 Unit of competency
WG732 HLTAID003 Provide first aid 20 Unit of competency
AWY86 TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
BBF39 RGRPSG305 Coordinate greyhound breeding 70 Unit of competency
BBF37 RGRPSG306 Determine care and treatment needs of greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
BBF36 RGRPSG309 Educate a greyhound 70 Unit of competency
BBF33 RGRPSG201 Handle greyhounds 40 Unit of competency
BBF27 RGRPSG301 Rear greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
BBF38 RGRPSG308 Whelp greyhounds 55 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S653 RGR40408 Certificate IV in Racing (Greyhound Trainer) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BET1 RGR40419 Certificate IV in Greyhound Racing Industry Qualification
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Entry Requirements

To undertake this qualification the individual must have:
skills and knowledge commensurate with RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) demonstrating industry-relevant experience in the care, welfare and management of greyhounds.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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